For those eager to immerse themselves in the world of Hytale while on the move, the news that it is not verified for the Steam Deck may come as a disappointment. However, players need not fret, as the game can still be installed and enjoyed without the hassle of dual-booting Windows on the handheld device. Thanks to Hytale’s native Linux installer, accessing the game is quite feasible. Furthermore, if you possess alternative gaming handhelds like the Asus ROG Ally, Xbox Ally X, or Lenovo Legion Go, you can seamlessly run the game using its Windows installer.
Is Hytale Steam Deck compatible?
Although Hytale is not officially compatible with the Steam Deck, it remains playable on Valve’s innovative handheld PC. Players can easily access the game and even add it to their Steam library by utilizing the Hytale Linux installer. Below are the steps to guide you through this process.
How to install Hytale on Steam Deck
The comprehensive instructions for installing Hytale on the Steam Deck, ensuring it appears with full cover art, may seem lengthy, but the process itself is straightforward. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
- Switch your Steam Deck to desktop mode and launch your web browser.
- Navigate to the Download tab on the Hytale website.
- Scroll down and select the Linux installer/version to download it, or click this link to download it directly.
- Access your downloads and double-click the Hytale flatpak installer.
- When the Discover store window opens, click on the ‘Install from local bundle’ option in the top right corner.
- You may need to enter your Steam password at this point. To do so, navigate to Discover > System > Users, select your account, and click the Change Password button to set a password.
- Launch Hytale and sign in to your Hytale account. If you encounter issues with the sign-in button, follow the additional steps provided in the guide.
- Once logged in and the game has loaded successfully, close it down.
- Go to the SteamOS button on the desktop, then to All Applications to locate the Hytale shortcut.
- Use the left trigger to bring up the right-click menu for this shortcut and select the Add to Steam option.
- Hytale will now be available for direct launch from your Steam library.
If you wish to enhance the visual appeal of your Steam library by adding cover art for the game, you can find detailed instructions on how to achieve this in the provided guide.
For those utilizing the best gaming handhelds that operate on Windows, the installation process is even more straightforward, resembling the typical game installation on any gaming PC.
